by Theophilus WUSU-GOWU | Sep 19, 2024 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Secondary Science, The Grades
Biology students have explored fascinating insights into transport systems over the past few weeks. Their unit on transport in plants equipped them well for the complexities of the human body. They examined how water and mineral nutrients are absorbed and circulated...
by Theophilus WUSU-GOWU | Sep 12, 2024 | Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Secondary Science, The Grades
This past week, the grade 8 science class continued their studies of cell division and growth. In a hands-on laboratory activity, students extracted DNA from strawberry cell nuclei to gain a deeper understanding of what lies within the nucleus. Being able to visualize...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 12, 2024 | Front Page, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Secondary Science
Lab photos that capture our moments in the lab this week. Grade 7 science students are currently studying the “Why and How of Scientific Experiments,” with a focus on the scientific method. This unit emphasizes the IB Learner Profile trait of being an...
by Theophilus WUSU-GOWU | Sep 12, 2024 | Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Science
This past week, the final-year DP students focused their studies on gas exchange processes in the human body. They learned about the structure and functions of the respiratory system, including the lungs, trachea, bronchi and alveoli. Models and diagrams were used to...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 12, 2024 | Front Page, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Secondary Science
Grade 11 Chemistry students are progressing well in their pre-IB Chemistry course, building a strong foundation for their first unit. Their current studies aim to solidify essential experimental skills, crucial for success in higher-level chemistry. The class is...
by Duncan MAKORI | Sep 12, 2024 | Front Page, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Secondary Science
Grade 12 Chemistry students continue their exploration of Thermochemistry, with a particular emphasis on “Reactivity 1: What drives chemical reactions?” This week, the class worked on collecting data to calculate the enthalpy of neutralization....
